Table Mountain Trail #681

The dramatic andesite plateau of Table Mountain is one of the first mountains you see entering the Heather Meadows area. The hike starts at picturesque Artist Point, and after a short but steep traverse up the southeast face of Table Mountain, you emerge onto the plateau of the mountaintop. On a clear day take in fantastic views of Mt. Baker, Mt. Shuksan and other magnificent peaks in the North Cascades. The trail heads west across the plateau, which enters Mt. Baker Wilderness, but does not provide a descent off the other side of the mountain; hikers must return the same way they came up. No pets are allowed on the Table Mountain Trail.

At a Glance

Open Season:

Late Summer - Fall

Usage:

Heavy

Best Season:

Late Summer - Fall

Restrictions:

Hikers only. No fires, except self-contained, carry-in stoves. No snowmobiles. No Dogs. Camping is not allowed in the Heather Meadows Developed Recreation Area May 15-Nov. 15. Wilderness regulations apply in Mt Baker Wilderness.

Closest Towns:

Glacier, Washington

Water:

No potable water.

Restroom:

Vault toilet at Artist Point Parking lot. Pack out human waste using blue bags or another system.

General Information

Directions:

From Glacier, travel east to the end of Mt. Baker Highway SR 542. It is approximately 24 miles from the Glacier Public Service Center to the Artist Point parking lot. The trail is accessed from the western side of the parking lot, opposite the bathrooms.